kalumbu (предок бразильского беримбау), by Chris Haambwiila

The kalumbu is a one-stringed musical bow, the ancient origins of which lie with the San people. In Zambia only found amongst the Ba-Tonga and Ba-Ila peoples of Southern Province. Chris Haambwiila is an Ila from Chitongo village and one of the best kalumbu players to be found. Another traditional instrument in danger of disappearing, recorded here by Michael Baird in 2008 with essential assistance from Mrs. Esnart Mweemba. Check out to purchase unique music from eastern, central